This comprehensive program equips participants with the skills to plan, design, size, and operate high-performance solar projects. Covering everything from project analysis and component selection to quality assurance, project management, monitoring, and real-world applications, this course provides a practical, hands-on approach for engineers, project managers, and solar professionals seeking to deliver reliable, efficient, and compliant solar installations.

Participants will gain the knowledge to solve common project challenges, optimize system performance, and apply best practices and international standards across all stages of a solar project.

This course is designed for beginners and professionals alike. No prior formal training in solar energy or electrical engineering is strictly required, but the candidate should have completed Module 1: Solar Fundamentals or have at least 2 years of professional experience in the solar sector.

Some candidates may also be considered if they can demonstrate basic knowledge and the ability to follow the course, for example by submitting their resume/CV for evaluation.

Ideal participants include:

• Students in engineering, environmental science, or sustainability

• Technicians, installers, and facility managers seeking practical solar knowledge

• Entrepreneurs, startup founders, or career changers entering the solar energy sector

• Anyone passionate about renewable energy and ready to gain hands-on skills

All you need is curiosity, motivation, and a desire to learn how to design and implement PV and solar thermal systems!

• Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion validating their knowledge and skills in photovoltaic and solar thermal system design and planning.

  This certificate can be used to:

  • Demonstrate competency in solar system design and planning

  • Enhance your resume or professional portfolio

  • Prepare for advanced training, professional development, or technical roles in the renewable energy sector

  Recognized by industry professionals, the certificate provides proof that you have acquired practical skills and expert-guided knowledge in PV and solar thermal systems.

By completing this course, you will gain the skills and confidence to design, plan, and implement PV and solar thermal systems for real-world applications.

1. Project Analysis and Preparation

• Identify client needs and site constraints

• Determine energy requirements from bills and consumption profiles

• Apply a structured methodology to plan optimized and secure solar projects

2. Design and System Sizing

• Design PV and hybrid systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings

• Integrate battery storage and develop off-grid or microgrid solutions

• Optimize orientation, tilt, and energy management (EMS)

3. Components and Technical Selection

• Select modules, inverters, and batteries that are compatible and high-performing

• Define criteria for safety, reliability, and durability

• Validate technical solutions with real-world case studies

4. Quality, Regulation, and Project Management

• Apply international standards and best practices

• Ensure compliance, quality assurance, and technical project audits

• Supervise and manage solar projects efficiently

5. Operation and Performance Monitoring

• Implement monitoring and supervision of solar installations

• Optimize energy production and self-consumption

• Understand operational strategies for on-grid, off-grid, or hybrid systems

6. Real-World Applications

• Design solar systems for homes, apartments, and commercial/industrial sites

• Integrate microgrids, on-grid, hybrid, and Agri-PV systems

• Apply planning software tools (optional) for professional project execution

This course  is ideal for:

• Engineers, electricians, and architects

• Project managers, planners, and technical staff

• Employees of solar companies

• Entrepreneurs, startup founders, or career changers

• Anyone with a basic understanding of solar energy as outlined in the prerequisites

Prerequisite requirement: Candidates should have completed Module 1: Solar Fundamentals or have at least 2 years of professional experience in the solar sector. Some candidates may also be considered if they can demonstrate basic knowledge and the ability to follow the course, for example by submitting their resume/CV for evaluation.

Whether you want to advance your career, start solar projects, or gain practical expertise, this course provides the knowledge, hands-on skills, and personalized online coaching to succeed in PV and solar thermal system design and planning.